Bike Repair and Maintenance Checklist

Note: This list is intentionally extensive. Not every cyclist will need to own every repair item listed.

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Core bike repair items

(carry while in transit)

• Spare tube or tubes (and/or patch kit)
• Pump

• Tire levers
• Cycling multi-tool (with Allen wrenches)

Optional repair items for transit

(for optimal preparedness)

• Patch kit
• Pressure gauge
• CO2 tire inflator (with cartridges)
• Spare spokes (minimum of 6)
• Spoke wrench
• 6" adjustable wrench
• General-purpose multi-tool
• Assorted nuts and bolts
• _________________________
• _________________________

• Spare tire (sometimes foldable)
• Chain tool
• Replacement chain links
• Lubricant
• Brake and derailleur cables
• Spare components
• Spare cleats
• Duct tape
• _________________________
• _________________________

Home shop options

• Repair stand
• Floor pump
• Truing stand
• Truing gauge
• Torque wrench
• Pedal wrench
• Chain cleaner
• Chain wear indicator
• Cable puller
• Cable cutter
• Pin spanner
• Rim tape
• Handlebar tape
• _________________________
• _________________________

• General-purpose tool kit
• Bracket tool
• Hex wrench set
• Screwdriver set
• Tire sealant
• Tire liner
• Cleaners
• Brushes
• Stationary trainer
• Storage racks
• Repair/maintenance manuals
• Rags
• Apron
• _________________________
• _________________________

Cycling pre-ride inspection points

• Tire pressure and condition
• Brake check
• Front/rear wheel quick releases secured
• Bolt tightness throughout
• _________________________
• _________________________

• Seat and handlebar height
• Light check (if equipped)
• Lubrication check
• Reflectors in place
• _________________________
• _________________________

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